A patient has a complete C7 tetraplegia presents with a problem list that includes inability to complete an independent bed to wheelchair, decreased passive lower extremity range of motion, tissue breakdown over the ischial tuberosities, and decreased upper extremity strength. What is the activity on this problem list that needs to be addressed FIRST?

Which one of the following physical therapy interventions may help with gastrointestinal discomfort?

The largest hematopooietic cells in normal bone marrow are

A PTA is treating a patient diagnosed with osteoporosis.  Posture analysis indicates increased lordosis in the lumbarspine.  Which of the following exercises would be MOST appropriate to improve this patient’s posture?

A physical therapist assistant treats a patient in a medical ICU. The PTA notices the IV solution appears to be backing up into the tissues surrounding the area in which the IV is placed. The MOST appropriate immediate action is:

A patient with disordered eating habits reports weakness, fatigue, and amenorrhea. Which system interaction is most likely contributing?

A patient with disordered eating habits reports weakness, fatigue, and amenorrhea. Which system interaction is most likely contributing?

A PTA is treating a 4-month-old child with developmental delay.  The patient demonstrates tightness of the hip flexors.  Which one of the following positions would BEST elongate these tight muscles and would be MOST appropriate for the patient?

Which condition most often involves failure of multiple systems and is a major cause of death in critical care settings?

A PTA is performing pre-gait activities on a patient diagnosed with an L CVA.  The PTA has the patient in the tall kneeling position and is performing side-to-side weight shifts.  What position would the PTA select next to progress this patient?